Quotes by Maugham, W. Somerset

The writer is more concerned to know than to judge. >>

The world is quickly bored by the recital of misfortune, and willing a >>

Death doesn't affect the living because it has not happened yet. Death >>

Quotations about Hypocrisy

The value of an idea has nothing whatever to do with the sincerity of >>

Keep thy smooth words and juggling homilies for those who know thee no >>

Often a noble face hides filthy ways. >>

Hypocrisy is the most difficult and nerve-racking vice that any man can pursue; it needs an unceasing vigilance and a rare detachment of spirit. It cannot, like adultery or gluttony, be practiced at spare moments; it is a whole-time job.

Maugham, W. Somerset